Car and driver 2015 mazda 3

The mazda 3 is a compact sedan or hatchback that combines an athletic attitude with plenty of value. See what power, features, and amenities youll get for the money. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Along with the rest of mazdas rebooted skyactivera stable, the new 2 gets choppy design cues and a deep, shieldshaped grille. Chevy cruze, ford focus, hyundai elantra, mazda 3, vw jetta comparison test car and driver.

Any allnew entry into the fastest growing of all sales areas is sure to grab attention. The mazda 3 is a breath of fresh air compared to most in its class, which isnt easy to say for one reason not many cars in its segment can compete with what this. Mar 17, 2015 the cx3 is the fifth model to feature mazdas kodo design behind mazda 6, mazda 3, mazda 2 and cx5 and with its big black arches and floating rear roof pillar is a really smart and funky. The mazda 3 tops its class not only because it has terrific fuel economy, eye catching sheet metal or lengthy features list, but because it is fun to. Wow, amazing, from speed to comfort, this car is incredible. Nov 24, 2014 the new mazda 3 is by far a better car then the last generation model. The 2015 mazda6 is one of the most fuelefficient and funtodrive midsize sedans in its class. Sep 30, 2016 find out what we thought of the topoftheline mazda 3 over a 40,000mile longterm test. With our huge selection of racing, sport, and custom seats you can upgrade the look and feel of your 2015 mazda 3. The 2015 mazda 3 is one of the bestdriving small cars, with efficient engines and smooth transmissions that help give it a more premium feel than its price would suggest. The topoftheline version of mazda s entrylevel car is outsized excellence on a miniature scale. Check out the latest mazda mazda 3 features and specs at car and driver, including safety and warranty information. Many along the way, on foot or in other vehicles noticed us as we passed by or stopped at traffic.

Whether youre a driver or a passenger in the firstever cx30 crossover suv, one idea remains central. Mazda north american operations mnao announced it will provide free standard oil changes and enhanced cleaning services for u. The wellshaped front seats keep driver and passenger snug. Jan 27, 2019 whether this has to do with cost, packaging, or mazda s screed about the car as an extension of the driver s body and soul is unclear. None more so than the stylish new mazda cx 3 when we drove it on an extended introductory drive program from canberra to sydney.

Even so, the insurance institute for highway safety gave the cx5 its highest rating of good for frontaloffset and sideimpact crash tests, roof strength and rear crash protection and named it a top safety pick. Both figures are slightly down on the same engine in. This 2015 mazda 3 s grand touring is like a mazdaspeed 3 lite. Our favorite powertrain is new for 2015, a naturally aspirated 2. Packed with value, driving enjoyment, and style, the mazda 3 is magnificent. The mazda cx3 is based upon the new mazda 2 light car platform, and it shares the same wheelbase. My test car was dressed in a 2tone tanandblack color combination.

Whether this has to do with cost, packaging, or mazdas screed about the car as an extension of the drivers body and soul is unclear. Heated front seats, an eightway poweradjustable drivers seat, and a leatherwrapped steering wheel are available. Its often overlooked by many compact car shoppers and were not sure why. Read the story, see photos, and get operating costs at car and driver. The sporty, compact mazda 3 known as the axela in japan has been making a splash ever since it was unveiled in 2003 for the 2004 model year. A performanceoriented version of the mazda3 was marketed as the mazdaspeed3 in north america, axela in japan, and the mazda 3 mps. Funtodrive mazda3 sedan is more upscale for 2017 wtop. The essential car care program, developed in partnership with the. Mazda3 and mazda6 named to car and drivers 2015 10best cars.

The mazda 3 was redesigned for the 2014 model year. Investing in the mazda 3 s engine upgrade pays off in play value without much penalty in fuel economy. Bermaz motor, official distributors for mazda vehicles in malaysia, offers the mazda3 with a 3year warranty and 3year or 60,000km free maintenance package. Driver restraints and dummy kinematics during the crash, the driver door unlatched, which shouldnt happen because the driver could be partly or completely ejected from the vehicle. The 3 is one of just a handful of drivers cars in the segment, along with the ford focus and the vw golf. Compare in car entertainment system, driving comfort and visibility with similar cars. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and. This is the th year that mazda vehicles have made the top list and this time around, two exceptional models have made it to the list. Side ratings are assigned by the institute based on a test conducted by mazda as part of side crash test verification. These ratings apply to both the sedan and hatchback versions of the mazda 3. Slip into the drivers seat of a 2015 mazda 3s grand touring and youll be met with an upscale cabin. The mazda 5 was redesigned for the 2012 model year. Feb 10, 2016 the mazda 3 tops its class not only because it has terrific fuel economy, eye catching sheet metal or lengthy features list, but because it is fun to drive. Mazda is doing it by promoting fun to drive and talking about some premium features, then showing pics and videos of the very handsome looking 3 and 6 models, and letting them speak for themselves.

After nearly 12 years with my 2009 honda civic, decided to buy a 2018 mazda 3 for the first time and kept our honda. The topoftheline version of mazdas entrylevel car is outsized excellence on a miniature scale. The mazda 3 sedan was awarded 2015 iihs top safety pick and is a 2015 car and driver 10best. Its a measure of the worth of diesel power in passenger vehicles over the past decade that mazda has anointed its popular mazda 3 with an oil burner, the xd astina powered by a 2. The 2015 mazda3 is a compact car available in sedan or hatchback body styles and is one of the most engaging vehicles to drive in its class. In its test results for the 2004 mazda3 fivedoor with the 2. Find out everything there is to know about the 2015 mazda mazda3. For 2020, mazda gives the 3 lineup more standard driver assistance features. The mazda 3 known as the mazda axela in japan first three generations, a combination of accelerate and excellent is a compact car manufactured in japan by mazda. I sometimes have a hard time finding a comfortable driving position in vehicles with a manual transmission, but in the mazda 3 i. Get the best deals on seats for mazda 3 when you shop the largest online selection at. It is based on fords c1 platform along with the ford focus, volvo s40, and mazda 5. When youre shopping for a compact car, things like fuel economy.

That is high praise for the vehicle, but not new news. Find out what we thought of the topoftheline mazda 3 over a 40,000mile longterm test. Changes for 2015 were few, although mazda offered the larger engine with a manual transmission and it was easily the enthusiasts choice, the 2. Car and driver documented the acceleration of a 2007 mazda3 fourdoor sedan. Universal car seat cover set black front rear cushion protector w pillows pc. Mazda s goal with the mazda3 has always been to offer the most funtodrive compact car on the market. Moderate overlap frontal ratings are assigned by the institute based on a test conducted by mazda as part of frontal crash test verification. Learn more about price, engine type, mpg, and complete safety and warranty information. Chevy cruze, ford focus, hyundai elantra, mazda 3, vw. The compact crossover is 215mm longer than the mazda 2. The mazda 3 tops its class not only because it has terrific fuel economy, eye catching sheet metal or lengthy features list, but because it is fun to drive. Get the motor trend take on the 2015 mazda3 with specs and details right here. The mazda3 scored a full 5 stars from euro ncap as well as another 5stars from asean ncap.

It was a finalist for our 2015 best compact car for the money award and a finalist for our 2015 best compact car for families award and a finalist for our 2015 best hatchback for families award. Mazda3 and mazda6 are two of the best by product expert posted in mazda3, mazda6 on friday, november 28th, 2014 at 3. Seriously, this mazda drives like a lighthearted bmw. The 2016 mazda cx3 small crossover went on sale just this month, and already it has beaten the pants off the competition. As a canadian, i see quite a lot of these new model 3 and 6s running around, and frankly they look much more expensive than they really are. Previously, the base model wasnt privy to any of the advanced safety equipment that was offered on higher trim levels. The civics cushioned ride makes it a better daily driver.

The mazda 3 has been recognized by many experts and magazines for its design, having received both s most wanted award as well a canadas best compact car 2007. It became the third model in mazdas lineup to receive. The 2015 mazda cx5s six airbags is a relatively low number compared with some current vehicles that carry as many as 10. Used 2015 mazda mazda3 interior the 2015 mazda3s cabin isnt the roomiest in the segment, but its among the best laid out. The new mazda 3 is by far a better car then the last generation model. Get the best deals on seats for mazda 3 when you shop the largest online selection. It became the third model in mazda s lineup to receive. Mazdas goal with the mazda3 has always been to offer the most funtodrive compact car on the market. Notably, we picked the 2015 mazda 3 as one of edmunds best used cars. Read this exciting story from car and driver october 2016. The mazda 3 is as humble a pigeon as you could imagine, part of the cityscape, nothing apparently fascinating or flamboyant about it. For 2017, the mazda3 is still a drivers car, but the interior is more upscale with the tech and drivers aids that more buyers are looking for.